Travelodge Hotel Space Needle Seattle

I’ve been to Seattle at least a dozen times, but I don’t think I’ve ever stayed at the same hotel twice. This is where I stayed the last time, and since it was very convenient to a lot of fun stuff, and there were no negatives, I’m planning to stay here again.

Like the name implies, it is right next to Seattle Center and the Space Needle. I actually went to the fourth floor with my tripod and shot some photos of the upper saucer at night, and you could see the people through the windows, it was so close. You walk one block west and then there’s a small triangular piece of land on which lies the amphibious duck tours, and then you cross the street and you’re there. Plenty of restaurants in the area--even a McD’s--as well as shopping of all kinds within walking distance. Also nearby is Belltown, which is the recent place in Seattle for clubs and nightlife and such. And you can take the monorail downtown.

The only reason I’m giving it a four instead of a five is because one time I got back to my room to find the door hadn’t been closed properly by the maid on her way out, but luckily nothing was stolen; I’m sure no one passing by noticed. The people at the front desk were very helpful and knew the area very well, and the free breakfast was excellent, for being free that is.

Who knows what’s going to happen with Seattle Center now that the basketball ball team is gone, but there’s still so much to do and see there. I especially recommend Bumbershoot, even if you don’t have kids.